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V. Refer to your scheduled

maintenance guide to determine the correct service
interval.

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Service refill capacity is determined by filling the

transmission to the bottom of the filler hole with the
vehicle on a level surface.

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Indicates only approximate dry-fill capacity. Some

applications may vary based on cooler size and if equipped
with in-tank cooler. The amount of transmission fluid and
fluid level should be set by the indication on the dipstick’s
normal operating range.

Filling station information

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Summary of Contents for 2001 Mustang

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Page 2: ...06 Customer assistance 212 Reporting safety defects 227 Index 228 All rights reserved Reproduction by any means electronic or mechanical including photocopying recording or by any information storage and retrieval system or translation in whole or part is not permitted without written authorization from Ford Motor Company Ford may change the contents without notice and without incurring obligation...

Page 3: ... birth defects or other reproductive harm ICONS Indicates a safety alert Read the following section on Warnings Indicates vehicle information related to recycling and other environmental concerns will follow Correct vehicle usage and the authorized disposal of waste cleaning and lubrication materials are significant steps towards protecting the environment Indicates a message regarding child safet...

Page 4: ...he contents without notice and without incurring obligation EMISSION WARRANTY The New Vehicle Limited Warranty includes Bumper to Bumper Coverage Safety Restraint Coverage Corrosion Coverage and 7 3L Power Stroke Diesel Engine Coverage In addition your vehicle is eligible for Emissions Defect and Emissions Performance Warranties For a detailed description of what is covered and what is not covered...

Page 5: ...r Bag Side Child Seat Child Seat Installation Warning Child Seat Tether Anchorage Brake System Anti Lock Brake System Brake Fluid Non Petroleum Based Traction Control Master Lighting Switch Hazard Warning Flasher Fog Lamps Front Fuse Compartment Fuel Pump Reset Windshield Wash Wipe Windshield Defrost Demist Rear Window Defrost Demist Introduction 4 ...

Page 6: ...ase Symbol Panic Alarm Engine Oil Engine Coolant Engine Coolant Temperature Do Not Open When Hot Battery Avoid Smoking Flames or Sparks Battery Acid Explosive Gas Fan Warning Power Steering Fluid Maintain Correct Fluid Level MAX MIN Emission System Engine Air Filter Passenger Compartment Air Filter Jack Check fuel cap Introduction 5 ...

Page 7: ...lamp control pg 18 Driver air bag pg 88 Instrument cluster pg 8 Speed controls pg 53 Wiper washer control pg 51 Turn signal control pg 51 Instrument panel dimmer control pg 19 if equipped Instrumentation 6 ...

Page 8: ...Climate control system pg 20 Audio system pg 24 Foglamp control pg 19 Auxiliary power point pg 60 Traction control switch pg 111 Rear defroster pg 19 Overdrive off switch pg 117 Instrumentation 7 ...

Page 9: ...hen the high beam headlamps are turned on P BRAKE L 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 C E F H L H 10 20 30 20 40 60 80 100 120 140 160 180 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 1 10 120 4 5 6 7 3 2 1 H THEFT RPMX1000 FUEL DOOR SELECT RESET LOW FUEL O D OFF AIR BAG SERVICE ENGINE SOON MPH km h ABS CHECK FUEL CAP P BRAKE L 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 C E F H L H 10 20 40 60 80 20 40 60 80 100 120 140 160 180 200 220 240 100 120 140 30 50 70 90 ...

Page 10: ...s turned ON If the light fails to illuminate continues to flash or remains on have the system serviced immediately Anti theft system Refer to SecuriLocky passive anti theft system in the Controls and features chapter Service engine soon Your vehicle is equipped with a computer that monitors the engine s emission control system This system is commonly known as the On Board Diagnostics System OBD II...

Page 11: ...water in the fuel 3 The fuel cap may not have been properly installed and securely tightened These temporary malfunctions can be corrected by filling the fuel tank with high quality fuel of the recommended octane and or properly installing and securely tightening the gas cap After three driving cycles without these or any other temporary malfunctions present the Service Engine Soon light should tu...

Page 12: ...ing This period will vary depending on driving conditions It may take a long period of time for the system to detect an improperly installed fuel filler cap For more information refer to Fuel filler cap in the Maintenance and care chapter Low fuel Illuminates as an early reminder of a low fuel condition indicated on the fuel gauge refer to Fuel Gauge in this chapter for more information When refue...

Page 13: ...rmation refer to the Driver controls chapter Momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned to ON It also illuminates when the Traction Controly system begins applying and releasing the brakes and adjusting the engine characteristics to limit a wheelspin condition It will be lit for a minimum of four seconds or for the duration of the Traction Controly event For more information refer to the ...

Page 14: ...g chime refer to the Seating and safety restraints chapter Belt minder chime Sounds intermittently to remind you to fasten your safety belts For information on the safety belt minder chime refer to the Seating and safety restraints chapter Supplemental restraint system SRS warning chime For information on the SRS warning chime refer to the Seating and safety restraints chapter Key in ignition warn...

Page 15: ...ehicle from an empty indication the amount of fuel that can be added will be less than the advertised capacity due to the reserve fuel P BRAKE L C E F H L H 10 20 30 20 40 60 80 100 120 140 160 180 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 1 10 120 4 5 6 7 3 2 1 H THEFT RPMX1000 FUEL DOOR SELECT RESET LOW FUEL O D OFF AIR BAG SERVICE ENGINE SOON MPH km h ABS 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 CHECK FUEL CAP P BRAKE 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 F H H ...

Page 16: ... and care chapter Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is running or hot This gauge indicates the temperature of the engine coolant not the coolant level If the coolant is not at its proper level the gauge indication will not be accurate Speedometer Indicates the current vehicle speed Base instrument cluster Optional instrument cluster C H 10 20 30 20 40 60 80 100 120 140 160 18...

Page 17: ...ving with your tachometer pointer at the top of the scale or in the red zone may damage the engine Base instrument cluster Optional instrument cluster 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 4 5 6 7 8 3 2 1 RPMX1000 SELECT RESET 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 4 5 6 7 3 2 1 RPMX1000 SELECT RESET 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 4 5 6 7 8 3 2 1 RPMX1000 SELECT RESET Instrumentation 16 ...

Page 18: ...electrical system checked as soon as possible Engine oil pressure gauge This shows the engine oil pressure in the system Sufficient pressure exists as long as the needle remains in the normal range the area between the L and H If the gauge indicates low pressure stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible and switch off the engine immediately Check the oil level Add oil if needed refer to Engine o...

Page 19: ...he ignition must be turned on the headlamp control is in the OFF or Parking lamps position the high beam headlamps must be turned off the parking brake is released Always remember to turn on your headlamps at dusk or during inclement weather The Daytime Running Light DRL System does not activate your tail lamps and generally may not provide adequate lighting during these conditions Failure to acti...

Page 20: ...to deactivate the foglamps PANEL DIMMER CONTROL To adjust the brightness of the instrument panel Rotate clockwise counterclockwise when the headlamp control is in the parking lamp or low beam position To turn on the courtesy lamps Rotate fully counterclockwise NOTE To increase the life of the bulb adjust the dimmer below maximum brightness REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER IF EQUIPPED The rear defroster contr...

Page 21: ...n To manually turn off the defroster before 10 minutes have passed push the control again CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM Manual heating and air conditioning system Fan speed control Controls the volume of air circulated in the vehicle Temperature control knob Controls the temperature of the airflow inside the vehicle Mode selector control Controls the direction of the airflow to the inside of the vehicle ...

Page 22: ...r than MAX A C but not as economical Airflow will be from the instrument panel registers Panel Distributes outside air through the instrument panel registers However the air will not be cooled below the outside temperature because the air conditioning does not operate in this mode OFF Outside air is shut out and the fan will not operate For short periods of time only use this mode to prevent undes...

Page 23: ...d To reduce humidity buildup inside the vehicle in cold weather conditions do not drive with the climate control system in the OFF or MAX A C position To reduce humidity buildup inside the vehicle in warm weather conditions do not drive with the climate control system in the OFF position Under normal weather conditions your vehicle s climate control system should be left in any position other than...

Page 24: ... block airflow and reduce your visibility through the windshield Avoid placing small objects on top of your instrument panel These objects may fall into the defroster outlets and block airflow in addition to damaging your climate control system To aid in side window defogging demisting in cold weather conditions 1 Select 2 Set the temperature control to full heat 3 Set the fan speed to HI 4 Direct...

Page 25: ...d off by using the volume power control Turn control to raise or lower volume If the volume is set above a certain level and the ignition is turned off the volume will come back on at a nominal listening level when the ignition switch is turned back on FM 1 AMC BL RF REW FF SCAN BASS TREB SEL BAL TAPE DISC EJ CD FADE AUTO CLK SIDE 1 2 COMP SHUFFLE EJ MUTE VOL PUSH ON SEEK TUNE AM FM 1 2 3 4 5 6 DO...

Page 26: ...elect in CD or CD changer mode if equipped Press this control to stop CD play and begin radio play Tune adjust The tune control works in radio or CD changer mode Tune adjust in radio mode Press to move to the next frequency down the band whether or not a listenable station is located there Hold the control to move through the frequencies quickly Press to move to the next frequency up the band whet...

Page 27: ...next disc in the CD changer Hold the control to fast forward through the remaining discs Seek function The seek function control works in radio tape or CD mode Seek function in radio mode Press to find the next listenable station down the frequency band Press to find the next listenable station up the frequency band Seek function in tape mode Press to listen to the previous selection on the tape P...

Page 28: ...ampling of all listenable stations on the frequency band Press the control again to stop the scan mode Scan function in tape mode Press the SCAN control to hear a short sampling of all selections on the tape The tape scans in a forward direction At the end of the tape s first side direction automatically reverses to the opposite side of the tape To stop on a particular selection press the control ...

Page 29: ...or more information on selecting a station 3 Press and hold a memory preset control until the sound returns indicating the station is held in memory on the control you selected Autoset memory preset Autoset allows you to set strong radio stations without losing your original manually set preset stations This feature is helpful on trips when you travel between cities with different radio stations S...

Page 30: ...ntrols until deactivated and are accessed in the same manner of your original presets To deactivate autoset and return to your audio system s manually set memory stations press the AUTO control again Bass adjust The bass adjust control allows you to increase or decrease the audio system s bass output Press the BASS control then press to decrease the bass output and to increase the bass output Treb...

Page 31: ...to the right Speaker fade adjust Speaker sound can be adjusted between the front and rear speakers Press the FADE control then press to shift the sound to the front and to shift the sound to the rear Tape CD select To begin tape play with a tape loaded into the audio system while in the radio or CD mode press the TAPE control Press the button during rewind or fast forward to stop the rewind or fas...

Page 32: ...ur Rewind The rewind control works in tape and CD modes In tape mode radio play will continue until rewind is stopped with the TAPE control or the beginning of the tape is reached In CD mode pressing the REW control rewinds the CD within the current track Fast forward The fast forward control works in tape and CD modes In the tape mode tape direction will automatically reverse when the end of the ...

Page 33: ...es Licensing Corporation Dolbyt and the double D symbol are trademarks of Dolbyt Laboratories Licensing Corporation Compression adjust Compression adjust brings soft and loud CD passages together for a more consistent listening level Press the COMP control to activate and deactivate compression adjust Shuffle feature The shuffle feature operates in CD mode if equipped and plays all tracks on the c...

Page 34: ...trol and press SEEK to decrease hours and to increase hours To set the minute press and hold the CLK control and press TUNE to decrease minutes and to increase minutes If your vehicle has a separate clock module other than the digital radio display the CLK button will not function in the above manner AUTO CLK SEEK SEEK TUNE TUNE AUTO CLK SEEK TUNE SEEK TUNE Controls and features 33 ...

Page 35: ...is changed new radio station etc the media information will again display for 10 seconds before reverting back to the clock In media mode the media information will always be displayed Mute mode Press the control to mute the playing media Press the control again to return to the playing media Mach 460 Sound System Radio CD Changer Compatible AUTO CLK EJ MUTE LOAD EJ SHUF DSP MUTE SEL BAL BASS FADE...

Page 36: ...el when the ignition switch is turned back on AM FM select The AM FM select control works in radio and CD modes AM FM select in radio mode This control allows you to select AM or FM frequency bands Press the control to switch between AM FM1 or FM2 memory preset stations AM FM select in CD mode Press this control to stop CD play and begin radio play Tune adjust The tune control works in radio or CD...

Page 37: ...of the disc unless shuffle mode is engaged Refer to Shuffle feature for more information Hold the control to continue reversing through the discs Press to select the next disc Hold the control to fast forward through the remaining discs Seek function The seek function works in radio or CD mode Seek function in radio mode Press to find the next listenable station down the frequency band SEEK DOWN w...

Page 38: ... selections on the CD The CD scans in a forward direction wrapping back to the first track at the end of the CD To stop on a particular selection press the control again Radio station memory preset The radio is equipped with six station memory preset controls These controls can be used to select up to six preset AM stations and twelve FM stations six in FM1 and six in FM2 Setting memory preset sta...

Page 39: ...will flash in the display as the frequency band is scrolled through 3 When the six strongest stations are filled the station stored in memory preset control 1 will start playing If there are less than six strong stations available on the frequency band the remaining memory preset controls will all store the last strong station available To deactivate autoset and return to your audio system s manua...

Page 40: ...discs with removable labels into the CD player as jamming may occur Display description Six circles are always lit in the digital display These signify the six CD slots in the audio system When a disc is loaded into a particular slot 1 6 the number inside that specific circle lights If the circle is empty there is no CD in that particular slot Load The load feature allows you to load single CDs in...

Page 41: ...displayed The door will close and the player will move to the next slot after each disc has been loaded The process is repeated until all 6 slots are full The audio system plays the last CD loaded and the display is updated If some slots are already full and autoload is activated the system will fill all empty slots Eject Press the EJ control to stop and eject a CD You can choose which CD will be ...

Page 42: ...irst track Release the control to disengage rewind mode When in rewind mode your audio system will automatically lower the volume level of the playing media Fast forward The fast forward control works in CD modes Press and hold the FF control until the desired selection is reached If the end of the disc is reached the CD will return to the first track on the first disc Release the control to disen...

Page 43: ...n status is displayed Press the SEL control to enable the compression feature when COMP OFF is displayed Press the SEL control again to disable the feature when COMP ON is displayed Bass adjust The bass adjust control allows you to increase or decrease the audio system s bass output Press the BASS control Use the SEL control to increase or decrease the amount of bass Treble adjust The treble adjus...

Page 44: ...io system There are three sets of menus available depending upon which mode or feature is activated While in FM mode two menus are available If RDS is turned off you can access the following SELECT HOURS Refer to Setting the clock SELECT MINUTES Refer to Setting the clock RDS OFF Refer to Radio data system If RDS is turned on you can access the following TRAFFIC ON OFF Refer to Traffic announcemen...

Page 45: ...ows you to select from NAME displays the name of the radio station TYPE displays the RDS program type rock jazz etc or NONE deactivates the RDS display Radio data system RDS feature This feature allows your audio system to receive text information from RDS equipped FM radio stations To activate RDS When in FM mode press the MENU control until RDS OFF displays Press the SEL control to engage this f...

Page 46: ...c announcements will be at the selected volume level To disengage the feature press the MENU control until TRAFFIC ON displays Press the SEL control The display will read TRAFFIC OFF Traffic announcements not available in most U S markets Program type This feature allows you to search for RDS stations selectively by their program type Press the MENU control until FIND program type is displayed Use...

Page 47: ...gnal processing if equipped The digital signal processing DSP feature allows you to change the signal mode to suit your listening tastes Press the DSP control to access the DSP menu Press the SEL control to enter one of the following modes DSP OFF SIGNAL MODE OCCUPANCY MODE Use the SEL control to select the desired signal mode the selected mode will appear in the display The following signal modes...

Page 48: ... optimize the sound based upon the occupants in the vehicle The following occupancy modes can be selected ALL SEATS DRIVER SEAT REAR SEATS Mute mode Press the control to mute the playing media Press the control again to return to the playing media Setting the clock Press the MENU control until SELECT HOUR or SELECT MINUTE is displayed Use the SEL control to manually set the time Press to increase ...

Page 49: ...disc is dusty or defective The player s internal temperature is above 60 C 140 F Allow the player to cool down before operating A disc with format and dimensions not within industry standards is inserted Cleaning compact discs Inspect all discs for contamination before playing If necessary clean discs only with an approved CD cleaner and wipe from the center out to the edge Do not use circular mot...

Page 50: ...ning the hub Remove loose labels before inserting tapes Do not leave tapes in the cassette player for a long time when not being played Radio frequency information The Federal Communications Commission FCC and the Canadian Radio and Telecommunications Commission CRTC establish the frequencies AM and FM stations may use for their broadcasts Allowable frequencies are AM 530 540 1600 1610 kHz FM 87 7...

Page 51: ... weaker signal and play while the weak station frequency is displayed The audio system automatically switches to single channel reception if it will improve the reception of a station normally received in stereo Audio system warranties and service Refer to the Warranty Guide for audio system warranty information If service is necessary see your dealer or a qualified technician TRACTION CONTROLY Th...

Page 52: ... for fast intervals and downward for slow intervals Push the control on the end of the stalk to activate washer Push and hold for a longer wash cycle The washer will automatically shut off after ten seconds of continuous use Mist Function To operate the Mist function of the windshield wipers push and release the windshield washer control quickly The wipers will cycle one or two times FLASH TO PASS...

Page 53: ...ts off the engine and all accessories without locking the steering wheel 4 ON all electrical circuits operational Warning lights illuminated Key position when driving 5 START cranks the engine Release the key as soon as the engine starts TILT STEERING WHEEL IF EQUIPPED Pull the tilt steering control toward you to move the steering wheel up or down Hold the control while adjusting the wheel to the ...

Page 54: ...Do not shift the gearshift lever into N Neutral with the speed control on To turn speed control off Press OFF or Turn off the vehicle ignition Once speed control is switched off the previously programmed set speed will be erased To set a speed Press SET ACCEL For speed control to operate the speed control must be ON and the vehicle speed must be greater than 48 km h 30 mph OFF ON OFF ON RESUME SET...

Page 55: ... This is normal Pressing RESUME will re engage it Do not use the speed control in heavy traffic or on roads that are winding slippery or unpaved To set a higher set speed Press and hold SET ACCEL Release the control when the desired vehicle speed is reached or Press and release SET ACCEL to operate the Tap Up function Each press will increase the set speed by 1 6 km h 1 mph or Accelerate with your...

Page 56: ...will decrease the set speed by 1 6 km h 1 mph or Depress the brake pedal When the desired vehicle speed is reached press SET ACCEL To disengage speed control Depress the brake pedal or Depress the clutch pedal if equipped Disengaging the speed control will not erase the previously programmed set speed RESUME SET ACCEL COAST RESUME SET ACCEL COAST Controls and features 55 ...

Page 57: ... INTERIOR LAMPS Map lamps if equipped If equipped with a convertible top the map lamps and controls are located on the rearview mirror Press the controls on the bottom of the mirror to activate the lamps POWER WINDOWS Press and hold the rocker switches to open and close windows Press the top portion of the rocker switch to close OFF ON RESUME SET ACCEL COAST Controls and features 56 ...

Page 58: ...y down and release quickly Depress again to stop window operation Window lock if equipped The window lock feature allows only the driver to operate the power windows To lock out all the window controls except for the driver s press the control Press the control again to restore the window controls POWER DOOR LOCKS Press U to unlock all doors and L to lock all doors LOCK U L Controls and features 5...

Page 59: ... mirror 3 Return to the center position to lock mirrors in place OVERDRIVE CONTROL IF EQUIPPED Activating overdrive Overdrive is the normal drive position for the best fuel economy The overdrive function allows automatic upshifts and downshifts through all available gears Deactivating overdrive Press the Transmission Control Switch TCS located on the gearshift The O D OFF indicator light will illu...

Page 60: ... mode For additional information about the gearshift and the transmission control switch operation refer to the Automatic Transmission Operation section of the Driving chapter CENTER CONSOLE Your vehicle may be equipped with a variety of console features These include Dual cupholders Auxiliary power point Coin holder slots if equipped Foglamp control if equipped Convertible top control if equipped...

Page 61: ...ional power source for electrical accessories A power point is located inside the center console storage bin POSITIVE RETENTION FLOOR MAT IF EQUIPPED Position the floor mat so that the eyelet is over the pointed end of the retention post and rotate forward to lock in Make sure that the mat does not interfere with the operation of the accelerator or the brake pedal To remove the floor mat reverse t...

Page 62: ...le to a complete stop Engage the parking brake Key must be in the ON position 2 Check the convertible top stowage compartment behind the rear seat to be sure it is empty and ready to receive the top 3 Unclamp the top from the windshield header at both the right and left sides by pulling each clamp rearward until the hook in the windshield header is free The clamps are flush with the header when in...

Page 63: ...red 7 Disengage the parking brake Installation of the boot 8 Push boot rearward and engage boot under the body molding at the rear and sides 9 Fasten snap on boot to quarter trim panel on both sides of the vehicle 10 Insert boot tongue into groove located on rear of seat S E T PARK BRAK E Controls and features 62 ...

Page 64: ...nvertible top button holding it until the top unfolds and moves forward toward the windshield header 5 Open both top clamps before the top meets the windshield header 6 Continue to use the top motor to raise the top until it has reached the fully closed position flush to the header 7 The two pins under the forward edge of the top should seat themselves in the matching holes in the header 8 To fast...

Page 65: ...ntry system allows you to lock or unlock all vehicle doors without a key open the trunk activate the panic alarm confirms that the vehicle is locked with a short beep from the horn The remote entry features only operate with the ignition in the LOCK position If there is any potential remote keyless entry problem with your vehicle ensure ALL key fobs remote entry transmitters are brought to the dea...

Page 66: ... sound reminding you to properly close all doors Opening the trunk Press the control once to open the trunk Ensure that the trunk is closed and latched before driving your vehicle Failure to latch the trunk may cause objects to fall out of the trunk or block the rear view This feature will not work with the transmission out of P Park Sounding a panic alarm Press this control to activate the alarm ...

Page 67: ...ter if the trunk is left open or the dome lamp switch is left on Replacing lost transmitters Take all your vehicle s transmitters to your dealer if service is required If you purchase additional transmitters up to four may be programmed into memory perform the following procedure To reprogram the transmitters yourself place the key in the ignition and turn from LOCK to OFF and cycle between OFF an...

Page 68: ...e of new batteries down Refer to the diagram inside the transmitter unit 3 Snap the two halves back together Replacement of the battery will not cause the remote transmitter to become deprogrammed from your vehicle The remote transmitter should operate normally after battery replacement SECURILOCKY PASSIVE ANTI THEFT SYSTEM SecuriLocky passive anti theft system is an engine immobilization system T...

Page 69: ...shes rapidly have the system serviced by your dealership or a qualified technician Key information Your vehicle is supplied with two coded keys Only a coded key will start your vehicle Spare coded keys can be purchased from your dealership Your dealership can program your key or you can do it yourself refer to Programming spare keys Large metallic objects electronic devices on the key chain that c...

Page 70: ... Replacing coded keys can be very costly and you may want to store an extra programmed key away from the vehicle in a safe place to prevent an unforeseen inconvenience The correct coded key key must be used for your vehicle The use of the wrong type of coded key key may lead to a NO START condition If an unprogrammed key is used in the ignition it will cause a NO START condition Programming spare ...

Page 71: ...e second coded key from the ignition 5 Within 20 seconds of removing the second coded key insert the new unprogrammed key new key valet key into the ignition and turn the ignition from 3 OFF to 4 ON maintain ignition in 4 ON for at least one second This step will program your new key to a coded key 6 To program additional new unprogrammed key s repeat this procedure from step 1 If successful the n...

Page 72: ...lves with the operation and location of the release handle To open the luggage compartment door lid from the inside pull the illuminated T shaped handle and push up on the trunk lid The material that the handle is made of will glow for hours in the darkness of the luggage compartment following brief exposure to ambient light The T shaped handle will be located either on the luggage compartment doo...

Page 73: ...k injury Children should be taught not to play in vehicles On hot days the temperature in the trunk or vehicle interior can rise very quickly Exposure of people or animals to these high temperatures for even a short time can cause death or serious heat related injuries including brain damage Small children are particularly at risk Controls and features 72 ...

Page 74: ...ition as possible Refer to the following to raise and lower the head restraints The head restraints can be moved up and down Adjusting the front manual seat Never adjust the driver s seat or seatback when the vehicle is moving Do not pile cargo higher than the seatbacks to reduce the risk of injuring people in a collision or sudden stop Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap ...

Page 75: ...ck when the vehicle is moving Do not pile cargo higher than the seatbacks to avoid injuring people in a collision or sudden stop Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips Reclining the seatback can reduce the effectiveness of the seat s safety belt in the event of a collision Seating and safety restraints 74 ...

Page 76: ... support if equipped The power lumbar control is located on the outboard side of the seat Press one side of the control to adjust firmness Press the other side of the control to adjust softness Rear seat entry exit Use the seatback release to fold the back of the front seat forward for rear seat passenger entry or exit This release handle is located on the lower outboard back of the seat The seatb...

Page 77: ...the seat back to allow use by the front driver passenger 2nd seat Split folding rear seat if equipped One or both rear seatbacks can be folded down to provide additional cargo space To lower the seatback s from inside the vehicle pull tab to release seat back and then fold seatback down When raising the seatback s make sure you hear the seat latch into place SAFETY RESTRAINTS Safety restraints pre...

Page 78: ...ly injured or killed Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and safety belts Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a safety belt properly In a rollover crash an unbelted person is significantly more likely to die than a person wearing a safety belt Each seating position in your vehicle has a specific safety belt assembly which is m...

Page 79: ...chest After any vehicle collision the safety belt system at all outboard seating positions except driver which has no automatic locking retractor feature must be checked by a qualified technician to verify that the automatic locking retractor feature for child seats is still functioning properly In addition all safety belts should be checked for proper function BELT AND RETRACTOR ASSEMBLY MUST BE ...

Page 80: ...tch Make sure the tongue is securely fastened in the buckle 2 To unfasten push the release button and remove the tongue from the buckle The front and rear outboard safety restraints in the vehicle are combination lap and shoulder belts The front passenger and rear seat outboard safety belts have two types of locking modes described below Vehicle sensitive mode The vehicle sensitive mode is the nor...

Page 81: ...he belt will still retract to remove any slack in the shoulder belt The automatic locking mode is not available on the driver safety belt When to use the automatic locking mode Anytime a child safety seat is installed in a passenger front or outboard rear seating position if equipped Children 12 years old and under should be properly restrained in the rear seat whenever possible Refer to Safety Re...

Page 82: ... assemblies not in use during a collision should also be inspected and replaced if either damage or improper operation is noted Disconnect the combination lap shoulder belt and allow it to retract completely to disengage the automatic locking mode and activate the vehicle sensitive emergency locking mode After any vehicle collision the front passenger outboard seat belt system must be checked by a...

Page 83: ...on assembly that can be added part number 611C22 This assembly can be obtained from your dealer at no cost Use only extensions manufactured by the same supplier as the safety belt Manufacturer identification is located at the end of the webbing on the label Also use the safety belt extension only if the safety belt is too short for you when fully extended Do not use extensions to change the fit of...

Page 84: ... the driver that the driver s safety belt is unbuckled by intermittently sounding a chime and illuminating the safety belt warning lamp in the instrument cluster If Then The driver s safety belt is not buckled approximately 5 seconds after the safety belt warning light has turned off The Belt Minder feature is activated the safety belt warning light illuminates and the warning chime sounds for 6 s...

Page 85: ...buckle up Seat belts don t work Safety belts when used properly reduce risk of death to front seat occupants by 45 in cars and by 60 in light trucks Traffic is light Nearly 1 of 2 deaths occur in single vehicle crashes many when no other vehicles are around Belts wrinkle my clothes Possibly but a serious crash can do much more than wrinkle your clothes particularly if you are unbelted The people I...

Page 86: ...ation programming procedure The Belt Minder feature can be deactivated activated by performing the following procedure Before following the procedure make sure that the parking brake is set the gearshift is in P Park automatic transmission or the neutral position manual transmission the ignition switch is in the OFF position all vehicle doors are closed the driver s safety belt is unbuckled the pa...

Page 87: ...nds 6 Within seven seconds of the safety belt warning light turning off buckle then unbuckle the safety belt This will disable Belt Minder if it is currently enabled or enable Belt Minder if it is currently disabled 7 Confirmation of disabling Belt Minder is provided by the safety belt warning light flashing four times per second for three seconds 8 Confirmation of enabling Belt Minder is provided...

Page 88: ...ed and attaching hardware should be inspected after a collision Ford recommends that all safety belt assemblies used in vehicles involved in a collision be replaced However if the collision was minor and a qualified technician finds that the belts do not show damage and continue to operate properly they do not need to be replaced Safety belt assemblies not in use during a collision should also be ...

Page 89: ...assist Ford in the servicing of your vehicle and may help Ford better understand real world collisions and further improve the safety of future vehicles Important supplemental restraint system SRS precautions The supplemental restraint system is designed to work with the safety belt to help protect the driver and right front passenger from certain upper body injuries Air bags DO NOT inflate slowly...

Page 90: ...loying air bag can result in serious arm fractures or other injuries Steps you can take to properly position yourself away from the air bag Move your seat to the rear as far as you can while still reaching the pedals comfortably Recline the seat slightly one or two degrees from the upright position Do not put anything on or over the air bag module Placing objects on or over the air bag inflation a...

Page 91: ...aints in this guide Children must always be properly restrained Accident statistics suggest that children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions than in the front seating position Failure to follow these instructions may increase the risk of injury in a collision Air bags can kill or injure a child in a child seat NEVER place a rear facing child seat in front of an active...

Page 92: ...unless the collision causes sufficient longitudinal deceleration The air bags inflate and deflate rapidly upon activation After air bag deployment it is normal to notice a smoke like powdery residue or smell the burnt propellant This may consist of cornstarch talcum powder to lubricate the bag or sodium compounds e g baking soda that result from the combustion process that inflates the air bag Sma...

Page 93: ...nents The diagnostic module monitors its own internal circuits and the supplemental air bag electrical system warning including the impact sensors the system wiring the air bag system readiness light the air bag back up power and the air bag ignitors Several air bag system components get hot after inflation Do not touch them after inflation If the air bag has deployed the air bag will not function...

Page 94: ...r air bag equipped vehicles see your local dealership or qualified technician Air bags MUST BE disposed of by qualified personnel SAFETY RESTRAINTS FOR CHILDREN See the following sections for directions on how to properly use safety restraints for children Also see Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System SRS in this chapter for special instructions about using air bags Important child restraint prec...

Page 95: ...seat manufacturer should always wear safety belts Follow all the important safety restraint and air bag precautions that apply to adult passengers in your vehicle If the shoulder belt portion of a combination lap and shoulder belt can be positioned so it does not cross or rest in front of the child s face or neck the child should wear the lap and shoulder belt Moving the child closer to the center...

Page 96: ...e way back on the seat cushion when the lower legs hang over the edge of the seat cushion You may wish to discuss the special needs of your child with your pediatrician SAFETY SEATS FOR CHILDREN Child and infant or child safety seats Use a safety seat that is recommended for the size and weight of the child Carefully follow all of the manufacturer s instructions with the safety seat you put in you...

Page 97: ...utton to prevent accidental unbuckling Place seat back in upright position Put the safety belt in the automatic locking mode Refer to Automatic locking mode passenger side front and outboard rear seating positions if equipped Ford recommends the use of a child safety seat having a top tether strap Install the child safety seat in a seating position which is capable of providing a tether anchorage ...

Page 98: ...the seatback refer to Safety Restraints earlier in this chapter for routing through the belt holder Air bags can kill or injure a child in a child seat NEVER place a rear facing child seat in front of an active air bag If you must use a forward facing child seat in the front seat move the seat all the way back 1 Position the child safety seat in a seat with a combination lap and shoulder belt Chil...

Page 99: ...webbing is not twisted 4 Insert the belt tongue into the proper buckle the buckle closest to the direction the tongue is coming from for that seating position until you hear a snap and feel the latch engage Make sure the tongue is latched securely by pulling on it 5 To put the retractor in the automatic locking mode grasp the shoulder portion of the belt and pull downward until all of the belt is ...

Page 100: ...is in the automatic locking mode you should not be able to pull more belt out If the retractor is not locked unbuckle the belt and repeat steps two through nine Check to make sure the child seat is properly secured before each use Attaching child safety seats with tether straps Most new forward facing child safety seats include a tether strap which goes over the back of the seat and hooks to an an...

Page 101: ...may not work properly if attached somewhere other than the correct tether anchor 1 Position the child safety seat on the seat cushion 2 Route the child safety seat tether strap over the back of the seat For vehicles with adjustable head restraints route the tether strap under the head restraint and between the head restraint posts otherwise route the tether strap over the top of the seatback 3 Loc...

Page 102: ...ly The tether anchors on the convertible are located on the lower backside of the seatback 4 Access tether anchors located behind the seatback and pull away vinyl cover to expose anchors 5 Clip the tether strap to the anchor as shown Seating and safety restraints 101 ...

Page 103: ...n combination lap and shoulder belt seating positions section of this chapter for further instructions to secure the child safety seat 7 Tighten the child safety seat tether strap according to the manufacturer s instructions If the safety seat is not anchored properly the risk of a child being injured in a collision greatly increases Seating and safety restraints 102 ...

Page 104: ... Extended idling at high engine speeds can produce very high temperatures in the engine and exhaust system creating the risk of fire or other damage Do not park idle or drive your vehicle in dry grass or other dry ground cover The emission system heats up the engine compartment and exhaust system which can start a fire Do not start your vehicle in a closed garage or in other enclosed areas Exhaust...

Page 105: ... RPM Before starting the vehicle 1 Make sure all vehicle occupants have buckled their safety belts For more information on safety belts and their proper usage refer to the Seating and safety restraints chapter 2 Make sure the headlamps and vehicle accessories are off If starting a vehicle with an automatic transmission Make sure the parking brake is set Make sure the gearshift is in P Park If star...

Page 106: ...ate have the vehicle serviced If the driver s safety belt is fastened the light may not illuminate 1 2 3 4 5 P BRAKE L 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 C E F H L H 10 20 30 20 40 60 80 100 120 140 160 180 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 1 10 120 4 5 6 7 3 2 1 H THEFT RPMX1000 FUEL DOOR SELECT RESET LOW FUEL O D OFF AIR BAG SERVICE ENGINE SOON MPH km h ABS CHECK FUEL CAP P BRAKE L 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 C E F H L H 10 20 40 60 80 2...

Page 107: ... the accelerator pedal all the way to floor and hold Turn the key to START position 4 When the engine starts release the key then release the accelerator pedal gradually as the engine speeds up 5 After idling for a few seconds apply the brake and release the parking brake Using the engine block heater if equipped An engine block heater warms the engine coolant which improves starting warms up the ...

Page 108: ...hanges the vehicle has been damaged in a collision WARNING Engine exhaust some of its constituents and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm In addition certain fluids contained in vehicles and certain products of component wear contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to ...

Page 109: ... while braking the brake linings may be worn out and should be inspected by a qualified service technician Anti lock brake system ABS On vehicles equipped with an anti lock braking system ABS a noise from the hydraulic pump motor and pulsation in the pedal may be observed during ABS braking events Pedal pulsation coupled with noise while braking under panic conditions or on loose gravel bumps wet ...

Page 110: ...or continues to flash the ABS needs to be serviced With the ABS light on the anti lock brake system is disabled and normal braking is still effective unless the brake warning light also remains illuminated with parking brake released If your brake warning lamp illuminates have your vehicle serviced immediately Using ABS In an emergency or when maximum efficiency from the four wheel ABS is required...

Page 111: ...s the noise of the fluid flowing through the booster may be heard whenever the brake is applied This condition is normal Vehicle service is not required If braking performance or pedal response becomes very poor even when the pedal is strongly depressed it may indicate the presence of air in the hydraulic system or leakage of fluid Stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible and seek service immed...

Page 112: ... the end of the parking brake handle and push the handle down as far as possible Driving with the parking brake applied will cause the brakes to wear out quickly and reduce fuel economy TRACTION CONTROLY Your vehicle may be equipped with the optional Traction Controly system This system helps you maintain the stability and steerability of your vehicle It is especially useful on slippery road surfa...

Page 113: ... light will illuminate you may hear an electric motor type of sound coming from the engine compartment and the engine will not rev up when you push further on the accelerator This is normal system behavior The Traction Controly on off switch located below the radio illuminates when the system is OFF The Traction Controly system will revert to the ON position every time the ignition is turned OFF a...

Page 114: ...re effort If the steering wanders or pulls the condition could be caused by any of the following underinflated tire s on any wheel s uneven vehicle loading high crown in center of road high crosswinds wheels out of alignment loose or worn suspension components AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION OPERATION IF EQUIPPED Brake shift interlock This vehicle is equipped with a brake shift interlock feature that preve...

Page 115: ...forward and reverse gears stopping between shifts in a steady pattern Press lightly on the accelerator in each gear Do not rock the vehicle if the engine is not at normal operating temperature or damage to the transmission may occur Do not rock the vehicle for more than a few minutes or damage to the transmission and tires may occur or the engine may overheat Always set the parking brake fully and...

Page 116: ...iving conditions For manual control start in 1 First and then shift manually Driving with a 4 speed automatic transmission if equipped Use the following procedure to put your vehicle in gear 1 Start the engine 2 Depress and hold the brake pedal 3 Push and hold the thumb button 4 Move gearshift lever out of P Park Hold the brake pedal down while you move the gearshift lever from P Park to another p...

Page 117: ...ays set the parking brake fully and make sure the gearshift lever is latched in P Park Turn off the ignition whenever you leave your vehicle R Reverse With the gearshift lever in R Reverse the vehicle will move backward Always come to a complete stop before shifting into and out of R Reverse N Neutral With the gearshift lever in N Neutral the vehicle can be started and is free to roll Hold the bra...

Page 118: ...he display Activate by pressing the transmission control switch on the end of the gearshift lever with the gearshift in the position The O D OFF indicator will illuminate on the instrument cluster Transmission operates in gears one through three Drive provides more engine braking than Overdrive and is useful when driving with a heavy load towing a trailer up or down steep hills additional engine b...

Page 119: ...slippery roads or to provide additional engine braking on downgrades Transmission operates only in Second gear 1 First Use 1 Low to provide maximum engine braking on steep downgrades Upshifts can be made by shifting to 2 Second or to Overdrive Selecting 1 Low at higher speeds causes the transmission to shift to a lower gear and will shift to 1 Low after vehicle decelerates to the proper speed Forc...

Page 120: ...must 1 Make sure the parking brake is fully set 2 Depress the clutch pedal fully 3 Put the gearshift lever in Neutral 4 Turn the ignition to position 5 START to start the engine let the engine idle for a few seconds 5 Depress the brake pedal 6 Release the parking brake 7 Move the gearshift lever to the desired gear 8 Release the brake pedal 9 Slowly release the clutch pedal while slowly pressing d...

Page 121: ...ft into 1 first when your vehicle is moving faster then 24 km h 15 mph This will damage the clutch Upshift according to the following chart Upshifts when accelerating recommended for best fuel economy Shift from 1 2 18 km h 11 mph 2 3 31 km h 19 mph 3 4 48 km h 30 mph 4 5 64 km h 40 mph Parking your vehicle 1 Disengage the clutch apply brake and shift into Neutral 2 Set parking brake 3 Shift into ...

Page 122: ...engaged directly from 5 5th gear This is a feature that protects the transmission from accidentally shifting into R Reverse when you downshift from 5 Fifth Make sure that your vehicle is at a complete stop before you shift into R Reverse Failure to do so may damage the transmission To shift into R Reverse 1 Bring your vehicle to a complete stop 2 Hold the brake pedal down 3 Hold the clutch pedal d...

Page 123: ...le Extended use of other than the manufacturer s specified size tires on a Traction Lok rear axle could result in a permanent reduction in effectiveness This loss of effectiveness does not affect normal driving and should not be noticeable to the driver To avoid injury never run the engine with one wheel off the ground such as when changing a tire VEHICLE LOADING Before loading a vehicle familiari...

Page 124: ...mbined Weight The combined weight of the towing vehicle including passengers and cargo and the trailer GCWR Gross Combined Weight Rating Maximum combined weight of towing vehicle including passengers and cargo and the trailer The GCWR indicates the maximum loaded weight that the vehicle is designed to tow Maximum Trailer Weight Rating Maximum weight of a trailer the vehicle is permitted to tow The...

Page 125: ...o these limitations If you are adding weight to the front of your vehicle potentially including weight added to the cab the weight added should not exceed the front axle reserve capacity FARC Additional frontal weight may be added to the front axle reserve capacity provided you limit your payload in other ways i e restrict the number of passengers or amount of cargo carried Always ensure that the ...

Page 126: ... Use the proper equipment for towing a trailer and make sure it is properly attached to your vehicle See your dealer or a reliable trailer dealer if you require assistance Safety chains Always connect the trailer s safety chains to the frame or hook retainers of the vehicle hitch To connect the trailer s safety chains cross the chains under the trailer tongue and allow slack for turning corners If...

Page 127: ...while you tow When towing a trailer Ensure that you turn off your speed control The speed control may shut off automatically when you are towing on long steep grades Consult your local motor vehicle speed regulations for towing a trailer Use a lower gear when towing up or down steep hills This will eliminate excessive downshifting and upshifting for optimum fuel economy and transmission cooling An...

Page 128: ... with trailers should not be parked on a grade If you must park on a grade place wheel chocks under the trailer s wheels Recreational towing all wheels on the ground Follow these guidelines for your specific powertrain combination to tow your vehicle with all four wheels on the ground such as behind a recreational vehicle These guidelines are designed to ensure that your transmission is not damage...

Page 129: ...ity may be limited and if the ignition system gets wet your engine may stall Water may also enter your engine s air intake and severely damage your engine If driving through deep or standing water is unavoidable proceed very slowly Never drive through water that is higher than the bottom of the hubs for trucks or the bottom of the wheel rims for cars Once through the water always try the brakes We...

Page 130: ...this can include to the nearest Ford dealership or your selling dealer if within the specified distance One tow per disablement Even non warranty related tows like accidents or getting stuck in the mud or snow are covered some exclusions apply such as impound towing or repossession Using roadside assistance Complete the roadside assistance identification card and place it in your wallet for quick ...

Page 131: ...may purchase additional coverage beyond the basic coverage period by consulting the Ford Roadside Assistance Club brochure or by calling 1 877 294 CLUB 1 877 294 2582 HAZARD FLASHER Use only in an emergency to warn traffic of vehicle breakdown approaching danger etc The hazard flashers can be operated when the ignition is off The hazard lights control is located on top of the steering column Depre...

Page 132: ... the ignition to the OFF position 2 Check the fuel system for leaks 3 If no fuel leak is apparent reset the fuel pump shut off switch by pushing in on the reset button 4 Turn the ignition to the ON position Pause for a few seconds and return the key to the OFF position 5 Make a further check for leaks in the fuel system FUSES AND RELAYS Fuses If electrical components in the vehicle are not working...

Page 133: ...s Fuse Link Cartridge 2A Grey Grey 3A Violet Violet 4A Pink Pink 5A Tan Tan 7 5A Brown Brown 10A Red Red 15A Blue Blue 20A Yellow Yellow Yellow Blue Blue 25A Natural Natural 30A Green Green Green Pink Pink 40A Orange Green Green 50A Red Red Red 60A Blue Yellow 70A Tan Brown 80A Natural Black Passenger compartment fuse panel The fuse panel is located below and to the left of the steering wheel by t...

Page 134: ...6 20A Starter Motor Relay 7 15A GEM Interior Lamps 8 20A Engine C ontrols 9 Not Used 10 10A LH Low Beam Headlamp 11 15A Back Up Lamps 12 Not Used 13 15A Electronic Flasher 14 Not Used 15 15A Power Lumbar 16 Not Used 17 15A Speed Control Servo Shift Lock Actuator SEE OWNERS MANUAL FOR FUSE INFO 42 1 2 3 4 5 7 6 8 9 10 11 13 12 14 15 16 17 19 18 20 21 22 23 25 24 26 27 28 29 31 30 32 33 34 35 37 36 ...

Page 135: ...t Lid Release 26 30A Wiper Washer Motor Wiper Relays 27 25A Radio 28 15A GEM Overdrive Cancel Switch 29 15A ABS Module 30 15A DRL Module 31 10A Data Link Connector 32 15A Radio CD Player GEM 33 15A Stop Lamp Switch Speed Control Deactivation Switch 34 20A Instrument Cluster CCRM Data Link Connector Securilock Transceiver Module 35 15A Shift Lock Actuator PCM Speed Control Servo ABS Module 36 15A A...

Page 136: ...e s main electrical systems from overloads Always disconnect the battery before servicing high current fuses Always replace the cover to the Power Distribution Box before reconnecting the battery or refilling fluid reservoirs If the battery has been disconnected and reconnected refer to the Battery section of the Maintenance and care chapter Roadside emergencies 135 ...

Page 137: ...ition Switch 4 40A Ignition Switch 5 40A Ignition Switch 6 40A Instrument Cluster PCM 7 30A Secondary Air Injection 3 8L only 8 50A ABS Module 9 20A Auxiliary Power Point 10 30A Parklamps 5 RELAY 4 RELAY 3 RELAY 2 RELAY 1 RELAY 12 MAXI 29 DIODE 28 CB 27 MAXI 26 MAXI 25 MAXI 23 MINI 24 MINI 21 MINI 22 MINI 19 MINI 17 MINI 18 MINI 15 MINI 13 MINI 14 MINI 16 MINI 20 MINI 11 MAXI 10 MAXI 9 MAXI 8 MAXI...

Page 138: ...CB Convertible Top 29 Diode Convertible top circuit breaker Mini Fuses Maxi Fuses CHANGING THE TIRES If you get a flat tire while driving do not apply the brake heavily Instead gradually decrease your speed Hold the steering wheel firmly and slowly move to a safe place on the side of the road Temporary spare tire information Your vehicle may have a temporary spare tire The temporary spare tire for...

Page 139: ...ced ground clearance try to repair the temporary spare tire or remove it from its wheel use the wheel for any other type of vehicle Tire change procedure To prevent the vehicle from moving when you change a tire be sure the parking brake is set then block in both directions the wheel that is diagonally opposite other side and end of the vehicle to the tire being changed If the vehicle slips off th...

Page 140: ...rclockwise but do not remove them until the wheel is raised off the ground 5 Put the jack in the jack notch next to the tire you are changing Turn the jack handle clockwise until the wheel is completely off the ground Never use the rear differential as a jacking point Roadside emergencies 139 ...

Page 141: ... the wheel by turning the jack handle counterclockwise 9 Remove the jack and fully tighten the lug nuts in the order shown 10 Put flat tire jack and lug wrench away Make sure jack is fastened so it does not rattle when you drive 11 Unblock the wheels Anti theft lug nuts if equipped If your vehicle is equipped with this feature one of the lug nuts on each wheel must be removed and replaced with a s...

Page 142: ... apply pressure on the key with the wrench 3 Install the lug nut JUMP STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The gases around the battery can explode if exposed to flames sparks or lit cigarettes An explosion could result in injury or vehicle damage Do not push start your vehicle You could damage the catalytic converter Batteries contain sulfuric acid which can burn skin eyes and clothing if contacted Do not attem...

Page 143: ... hood of the disabled vehicle making sure the two vehicles do not touch Set the parking brake on both vehicles and stay clear of the engine cooling fan and other moving parts 4 Check all battery terminals and remove any excessive corrosion before you attach the battery cables 5 Turn the heater fan on in both vehicles to protect any electrical surges Turn all other accessories off Connecting the ju...

Page 144: ... the negative terminal of the assisting battery 4 Make the final connection of the negative cable to an exposed metal part of the stalled vehicle s engine away from the battery and the carburetor fuel injection system Do not use fuel lines engine rocker covers or the intake manifold as grounding points Roadside emergencies 143 ...

Page 145: ...f the booster vehicle and run the engine at moderately increased speed 2 Start the engine of the disabled vehicle 3 Once the disabled vehicle has been started run both engines for an additional three minutes before disconnecting the jumper cables Removing the jumper cables Remove the jumper cables in the reverse order that they were connected 1 Remove the jumper cable from the ground metal surface...

Page 146: ...the disabled vehicle s battery After the disabled vehicle has been started and the jumper cables removed allow it to idle for several minutes so the engine computer can relearn its idle conditions When the battery is disconnected or a new battery is installed the transmission must relearn its adaptive strategy As a result of this the transmission may shift firmly This operation is considered norma...

Page 147: ...lift or flatbed equipment Do not tow with a slingbelt Ford Motor Company has not approved a slingbelt towing procedure If your vehicle is to be towed from the rear using wheel lift equipment the front wheels must be placed on a dolly to prevent damage to the front fascia bumper If the vehicle is towed by other means or incorrectly vehicle damage may occur Ford Motor Company provides a towing manua...

Page 148: ...hicle PRECAUTIONS WHEN SERVICING YOUR VEHICLE Be especially careful when inspecting or servicing your vehicle Do not work on a hot engine When the engine is running keep loose clothing jewelry or long hair away from moving parts Do not work on a vehicle with the engine running in an enclosed space unless you are sure you have enough ventilation Keep all lit cigarettes open flames and other lit mat...

Page 149: ...ely latched in P Park 2 Block the wheels to prevent the vehicle from moving unexpectedly Do not start your engine with the air cleaner removed and do not remove it while the engine is running Manual transmission 1 Set the parking brake depress the clutch and place the gearshift in neutral 2 Block the wheels to prevent the vehicle from moving unexpectedly Do not start your engine with the air clean...

Page 150: ...handle located under the bottom left corner of the instrument panel 2 Go to the front of the vehicle and release the auxiliary latch that is located under the front center of the hood 3 Lift the hood and secure it with the prop rod HOOD Maintenance and care 149 ...

Page 151: ...Engine oil dipstick 3 Brake fluid reservoir 4 Power distribution box 5 Windshield washer fluid reservoir 6 Battery 7 Power steering fluid reservoir 8 Engine coolant reservoir 9 Air filter assembly 10 Automatic transmission fluid dipstick if equipped 6 10 2 3 4 5 7 8 9 1 Maintenance and care 150 ...

Page 152: ...gine oil filler cap 9 Air filter assembly 10 Automatic transmission fluid dipstick if equipped ENGINE OIL Checking the engine oil Refer to the scheduled maintenance guide for the appropriate intervals for checking the engine oil 1 Make sure the vehicle is on level ground 2 Turn the engine off and wait 5 to 10 minutes for the oil to drain into the oil pan 5 6 7 9 8 2 3 4 1 10 Maintenance and care 1...

Page 153: ...te and carefully remove the engine oil level indicator dipstick 3 8L V6 engine 4 6L SOHC V8 engine 6 Wipe the indicator clean Insert the indicator fully then remove it again If the oil level is between the MIN MAX marks the oil level is acceptable DO NOT ADD OIL If the oil level is below the MIN mark add enough oil to raise the level within the MIN MAX range MAX MIN Maintenance and care 152 ...

Page 154: ...uctions refer to Checking the engine oil in this chapter 2 If the engine oil level is not within the normal range add only certified engine oil of the recommended viscosity Remove the engine oil filler cap and use a funnel to pour the engine oil into the opening 3 Recheck the engine oil level Make sure the oil level is not above the MAX mark on the engine oil level indicator dipstick 4 Install the...

Page 155: ...bility performance meeting all requirements for your vehicle s engine Do not use supplemental engine oil additives oil treatments or engine treatments They are unnecessary and could under certain conditions lead to engine damage which is not covered by your warranty Change your engine oil and filter according to the appropriate schedule listed in the scheduled maintenance guide Ford production and...

Page 156: ...e service interval schedules 3 8L OHV V6 engine 4 6L SOHC V8 engine 1 Clean the reservoir cap before removal to prevent dirt or water from entering the reservoir 2 Visually inspect the fluid level 3 If necessary add brake fluid from a clean un opened container until the level reaches MAX Do not fill above this line MAX Maintenance and care 155 ...

Page 157: ... DOT 3 you will cause permanent damage to your brakes Do not let the reservoir for the master cylinder run dry This may cause the brakes to fail CLUTCH ADJUSTMENT IF EQUIPPED Check the clutch adjustment Refer to the scheduled maintenance guide for the service interval schedules The clutch on your vehicle is operated by a cable As necessary adjust the clutch as described below 1 Turn the engine off...

Page 158: ...thanol antifreeze agents should be used only if they provide cold weather protection without damaging the vehicle s paint finish wiper blades or washer system Do not put washer fluid in the engine coolant reservoir Washer fluid placed in the cooling system may harm engine and cooling system components ENGINE COOLANT Checking engine coolant The concentration and level of engine coolant should be ch...

Page 159: ...ngine coolant and water concentration If the concentration of coolant falls below 40 or above 60 the engine parts could become damaged or not work properly A 50 50 mixture of coolant and water provides the following freeze protection down to 36 C 34 F boiling protection up to 129 C 265 F protection against rust and other forms of corrosion enables calibrated gages to function properly 3 8L OHV V6 ...

Page 160: ...ter Automotive fluids are not interchangeable do not use engine coolant antifreeze or windshield washer fluid outside of its specified function and vehicle location Adding engine coolant When adding coolant make sure it is a 50 50 mixture of engine coolant and distilled water Add the mixture to the coolant reservoir when the engine is cool until the appropriate fill level is obtained Do not add en...

Page 161: ...oolant such as Motorcraft Speciality Orange Engine Coolant VC 2 US or CXC 209 Canada meeting Ford specification WSS M97B44 D with the factory filled coolant Mixing Motorcraft Speciality Orange Engine Coolant or any orange colored extended life product with your factory filled coolant can result in degraded corrosion protection A large amount of water without engine coolant may be added in case of ...

Page 162: ...to avoid scalding hot steam or coolant from being released from the engine cooling system never remove the pressure relief cap from the engine coolant reservoir while the engine is running or hot Failure to follow this warning may result in damage to the engine s cooling system and possible severe personal injury If you must remove the pressure relief cap or radiator cap depending upon engine appl...

Page 163: ...xture of engine coolant and distilled water to the radiator until full 5 Add a 50 50 mixture of engine coolant and distilled water to the engine coolant reservoir until the coolant level is at the cold fill level as listed on the reservoir 6 Close the cooling system vent plug 7 Reinstall the engine coolant reservoir cap 8 Reinstall the radiator cap 9 Start and idle the engine until the upper radia...

Page 164: ...m the engine coolant reservoir as previously outlined 2 Slowly add a 50 50 mixture of engine coolant and distilled water to the engine coolant reservoir until the coolant level is at the cold fill level as listed on the reservoir 3 Reinstall the pressure relief cap 4 Start and idle the engine until the upper radiator hose is warm this indicates the thermostat is open and coolant is flowing through...

Page 165: ...oolant per month have your dealer check the engine cooling system Your cooling system may have a leak Operating an engine with a low level of coolant can result in engine overheating and possible engine damage Recycled engine coolant Ford Motor Company recommends the use of a recycled engine coolant produced by Ford approved processes in vehicles originally equipped with Motorcraft Premium Engine ...

Page 166: ...istics of the engine coolant and may cause engine damage refer to the chart on the coolant container to ensure the coolant concentration in your vehicle will provide adequate freeze protection at the temperatures in which you drive in the winter months If you drive in extremely hot climates it is still necessary to maintain the coolant concentration above 40 NEVER decrease the coolant concentratio...

Page 167: ...vice interval schedules If adding fluid is necessary use only MERCONt ATF If your vehicle is equipped with the 3 8L V6 engine check the power steering fluid level with the engine at normal operating temperature 1 Start the engine and let it run until it reaches normal operating temperature the engine coolant temperature gauge indicator will be near the center of the normal area between H and C 2 W...

Page 168: ...the fluid level in the reservoir It should be between the MIN and MAX lines Do not add fluid if the level is within this range 5 If the fluid is low add fluid in small amounts continuously checking the level until it reaches the correct operating range Be sure to put the cap back on the reservoir TRANSMISSION FLUID Checking automatic transmission fluid if equipped Refer to your scheduled maintenan...

Page 169: ...hift lever through all of the gear ranges Allow sufficient time for each gear to engage 4 Latch the gearshift lever in P Park and leave the engine running 5 Remove the dipstick wiping it clean with a clean dry lint free rag If necessary refer to Identifying components in the engine compartment in this chapter for the location of the dipstick 6 Install the dipstick making sure it is fully seated in...

Page 170: ...level Fluid levels above the safe range may result in transmission failure An overfill condition of transmission fluid may cause shift and or engagement concerns and or possible damage High fluid levels can be caused by an overheating condition Adjusting automatic transmission fluid levels Before adding any fluid make sure the correct type is used The type of fluid used is normally indicated on th...

Page 171: ...smission fluid if equipped 1 Clean the filler plug 2 Remove the filler plug and inspect the fluid level 3 Fluid level should be at bottom of the opening 4 Add enough fluid through the filler opening so that the fluid level is at the bottom of the opening 5 Install and tighten the fill plug securely Use only fluid that meets Ford specifications Refer to the Capacities and specifications chapter Mai...

Page 172: ... as long as you do not use hard water water with a high mineral or alkali content If possible however try to only fill the battery cells with distilled water If the battery needs water often have the charging system checked If your battery has a cover shield make sure it is reinstalled after the battery has been cleaned or replaced For longer trouble free operation keep the top of the battery clea...

Page 173: ...t with skin eyes or clothing Shield your eyes when working near the battery to protect against possible splashing of acid solution In case of acid contact with skin or eyes flush immediately with water for a minimum of 15 minutes and get prompt medical attention If acid is swallowed call a physician immediately Battery posts terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds Wash ha...

Page 174: ...isconnected or a new battery installed the transmission must relearn its adaptive strategy As a result of this the transmission may shift firmly This operation is considered normal and will not affect function or durability of the transmission Over time the adaptive learning process will fully update transmission operation to its optimum shift feel If the battery has been disconnected or a new bat...

Page 175: ...r solution or a mild detergent Rinse thoroughly with clean water To avoid damaging the blades do not use fuel kerosene paint thinner or other solvents Changing the wiper blades To replace the wiper blades 1 Pull the wiper arm away from the windshield and lock into the service position 2 Turn the blade at an angle from the wiper arm Push the lock pin manually to release the blade and pull the wiper...

Page 176: ...limited production tires as defined in Title 49 Code of Federal Regulations Part 575 104 c 2 U S Department of Transportation Tire quality grades The U S Department of Transportation requires Ford to give you the following information about tire grades exactly as the government has written it Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under...

Page 177: ...at and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure The grade C corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Sa...

Page 178: ... pressure label inside the glove compartment door Improperly inflated tires can affect vehicle handling and can fail suddenly possibly resulting in loss of vehicle control Tire rotation Because your vehicle s tires perform different jobs they often wear differently To make sure your tires wear evenly and last longer rotate them as indicated in the scheduled maintenance guide If you notice that the...

Page 179: ...isted on the tire pressure decal Make sure that all tires are the same size speed rating and load carrying capacity Use only the tire combinations recommended on the label If you do not follow these precautions your vehicle may not drive properly and safely Make sure that all replacement tires are of the same size type load carrying capacity and tread design e g All Terrain etc as originally offer...

Page 180: ...your vehicle have all weather treads to provide traction in rain and snow However in some climates you may need to use snow tires and chains Use chains on the tires only in an emergency or if the law requires them Follow these guidelines when using snow tires and chains Chains may damage aluminum wheels Use only Cable Type chains with size P225 55R16 or 245 45ZR17 tires Use of SAE Class S chains m...

Page 181: ...kage and lead to fuel spray and fire The fuel system may be under pressure If the fuel filler cap is venting vapor or if you hear a hissing sound wait until it stops before completely removing the fuel filler cap Otherwise fuel may spray out and injure you or others If you do not use the proper fuel filler cap excessive pressure or vacuum in the fuel tank may damage the fuel system or cause the fu...

Page 182: ... illness and permanent injury Avoid getting fuel liquid in your eyes If fuel is splashed in the eyes remove contact lenses if worn flush with water for 15 minutes and seek medical attention Failure to seek proper medical attention could lead to permanent injury Fuels can also be harmful if absorbed through the skin If fuel is splashed on the skin and or clothing promptly remove contaminated clothi...

Page 183: ...en filling an ungrounded fuel container Place approved fuel container on the ground DO NOT fill a fuel container while it is in the vehicle Keep the fuel pump nozzle in contact with the fuel container while filling DO NOT use a device that would hold the fuel pump handle in the fill position Fuel Filler Cap Your fuel tank filler cap has an indexed design with a 1 8 turn on off feature When fueling...

Page 184: ...he correct genuine Ford or Motorcraft fuel filler cap is not used The fuel system may be under pressure If the fuel filler cap is venting vapor or if you hear a hissing sound wait until it stops before completely removing the fuel filler cap Otherwise fuel may spray out and injure you or others If you do not use the proper fuel filler cap excessive pressure or vacuum in the fuel tank may damage th...

Page 185: ...vice technician to prevent any engine damage Fuel quality If you are experiencing starting rough idle or hesitation driveability problems during a cold start try a different brand of Regular unleaded gasoline Premium unleaded gasoline is not recommended particularly in the United States because it may cause these problems to become more pronounced If the problems persist see your dealer or a quali...

Page 186: ...solines to improve air quality Running out of fuel Avoid running out of fuel because this situation may have an adverse affect on powertrain components If you have run out of fuel You may need to cycle the ignition from OFF to ON several times after refueling to allow the fuel system to pump the fuel from the tank to the engine Your Service Engine Soon indicator may come on For more information on...

Page 187: ...miles Filling the tank The advertised fuel capacity of the fuel tank on your vehicle is equal to the rated refill capacity of the fuel tank as listed in the Refill capacities section of the Capacities and specifications chapter The advertised capacity is the amount of the indicated capacity and the empty reserve combined Indicated capacity is the difference in the amount of fuel in a full tank and...

Page 188: ...Have the vehicle loading and distribution the same every time Your results will be most accurate if your filling method is consistent Calculating fuel economy 1 Fill the fuel tank completely and record the initial odometer reading in kilometers or miles 2 Each time you fill the tank record the amount of fuel added in liters or gallons 3 After at least three to five tank fill ups fill the fuel tank...

Page 189: ...ld up to 10 savings in fuel Steady speeds without stopping will usually give the best fuel economy Idling for long periods of time greater than one minute may waste fuel Anticipate stopping slowing down may eliminate the need to stop Sudden or hard accelerations may reduce fuel economy Slow down gradually Driving at reasonable speeds traveling at 88 km h 55 mph uses 15 less fuel than traveling at ...

Page 190: ...tions Heavily loading a vehicle or towing a trailer may reduce fuel economy at any speed Carrying unnecessary weight may reduce fuel economy approximately 0 4 km L 1 mpg is lost for every 180 kg 400 lb of weight carried Adding certain accessories to your vehicle for example bug deflectors rollbars light bars running boards ski luggage racks may reduce fuel economy Using fuel blended with alcohol m...

Page 191: ...e to comply with applicable exhaust emission standards To make sure that the catalytic converter and other emission control components continue to work properly Use only the specified fuel listed Avoid running out of fuel Do not turn off the ignition while your vehicle is moving especially at high speeds Have the items listed in your scheduled maintenance guide performed according to the specified...

Page 192: ...es trades vehicles or supervises a fleet of vehicles are not permitted to intentionally remove an emission control device or prevent it from working Information about your vehicle s emission system is on the Vehicle Emission Control Information Decal located on or near the engine This decal identifies engine displacement and gives some tune up specifications Please consult your Warranty Guide for ...

Page 193: ... the vehicle to sit for at least eight hours without starting the engine Then start the engine and complete the above driving cycle The engine must warm up to its normal operating temperature Once started do not turn off the engine until the above driving cycle is complete BULBS Replacing exterior bulbs Check the operation of the following lamps frequently Headlamps Tail lamps Brakelamps High moun...

Page 194: ... rear hidden snap retainers to expose the back of the bulb 4 Disconnect the electrical connector from the bulb by pulling rearward 5 Remove the bulb retaining ring by rotating it counterclockwise when viewed from the rear to free it from the bulb socket and slide the ring off the plastic base Keep the ring to retain the new bulb 6 Without turning remove the old bulb from the lamp assembly by gentl...

Page 195: ...he lamp assembly until the plastic base contacts the rear of the lamp assembly 2 Install the bulb retaining ring over the plastic base until it contacts the rear of the socket by rotating clockwise until you feel a stop 3 Connect the electrical connector into the plastic base until it snaps locking it into position 4 Install the headlamp on vehicle by aligning the lamp with the rear snap retainers...

Page 196: ...e bulb straight out from the socket and push in the new bulb 7 To complete installation follow the removal procedure in reverse order Replacing high mount brakelamp bulbs 1 Open trunk 2 Inside trunk locate access hole under the rear decklid 3 Remove the bulb socket by rotating it 45 degrees and pulling it out of the lamp assembly 4 Carefully pull bulb straight out of socket and push in new bulb 5 ...

Page 197: ...hown 2 Disconnect the electrical connector from the foglamp bulb 3 Connect the electrical connector to the new foglamp bulb 4 Install the foglamp bulb in foglamp by rotating clockwise Replacing license plate lamp bulbs 1 Open trunk and remove bulb socket from the trunk lid by turning counterclockwise 2 Pull the bulb straight out of the socket and push in the new bulb 3 Install the bulb socket in t...

Page 198: ...ght brightness and pattern and safe visibility The correct bulbs will not damage the lamp assembly or void the lamp assembly warranty and will provide quality bulb burn time Function Trade Number Tail lamp brakelamp turn lamp 3157K Park lamp turn lamp side marker front 3157 AK amber Backup lamp 3156K License plate lamp 168 High mount brakelamp 906 Headlamps 9007 Luggage compartment lamp 906 Dome l...

Page 199: ...tical wall or screen directly in front of it A Eight feet B Center height of lamp to ground C Twenty five feet D Horizontal reference line 2 Measure the height from the center of your headlamp to the ground and mark a 2 4 meter 8 foot horizontal reference line on the vertical wall or screen at this height a piece of masking tape works well The center of the lamp is marked by a 3 0 mm circle on the...

Page 200: ...hicle Wash your vehicle regularly with cold or lukewarm water Never use strong detergents or soap If your vehicle is particularly dirty use a quality car wash detergent Always use a clean sponge washing glove or similar device and plenty of water for best results To avoid spots avoid washing when the hood is still warm immediately after or during exposure to strong sunlight During winter months it...

Page 201: ...carnauba or synthetic based waxes Use a cleaning fluid with a clean cloth to remove any bugs before waxing your vehicle Use tar remover to remove any tar spots Avoid getting wax on the windshield or on any surfaces which appear coarse or bumpy If you have wax applied at a commercial car wash it is recommended that you clean the wiper blades and windshield as described in Cleaning the wiper blades ...

Page 202: ...e abrasive Cleaning non painted plastic exterior parts Use vinyl cleaner for routine cleaning Clean with a tar remover if necessary Do not clean plastic parts with thinners solvents or petroleum based cleaners Cleaning mirrors Do not clean your mirrors with a dry cloth or abrasive materials Use a soft cloth and mild detergent and water Be careful when removing ice from outside mirrors because you ...

Page 203: ... window is clean if beads do not form when you rinse it with water The windshield rear window and wiper blades should be cleaned on a regular basis and blades or rubber elements replaced when worn Convertible top and padded molding care To avoid damage to the vinyl top and moldings use only an approved Ford cleaner or equivalent Do not use stiff bristle brushes or abrasive materials or cleaners Ho...

Page 204: ... components Never apply anything to the drive belt including belt dressing Cover the highlighted areas to prevent water damage when cleaning the engine Never wash or rinse the engine while it is running water in the running engine may cause internal damage Maintenance and care 203 ...

Page 205: ...uipped with side air bags Remove dust and loose dirt with a whisk broom or a vacuum cleaner Remove fresh spots immediately Follow the directions that come with the cleaner Do not saturate the seat cover with upholstery cleaner Do not use chemical solvents or strong detergents when cleaning the seat mounted side air bag Such products could contaminate the side air bag system and affect performance ...

Page 206: ...her Care Kit F8AZ 19G253 AA which is available from your Ford Dealer This mild cleaner and special pad cleans the leather and maintains its natural beauty Follow the instructions on the cleaner label Regular cleaning of your leather upholstery helps maintain its resiliency and color Do not use household cleaning products alcohol solutions solvents or cleaners intended for rubber vinyl or plastics ...

Page 207: ...t number suffix letter as shown on the engine decal REFILL CAPACITIES Fluid Ford Part Name Application Capacity Brake fluid High Performance DOT 3 Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid All Fill to line on reservoir Engine oil includes filter change Motorcraft SAE 5W 20 Super Premium Motor Oil All 4 7L 5 0 quarts Engine coolant 1 Motorcraft Premium Engine Coolant green colored or Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine...

Page 208: ...spected service is required or the axle assembly has been submerged in water The axle lubricant should be changed any time the rear axle has been submerged in water Fill 6 mm to 14 mm 1 4 inch to 9 16 inch below bottom of fill hole Add 118 ml 4 oz of Additive Friction Modifier C8AZ 19B546 A or equivalent meeting Ford specification EST M2C118 A for complete refill of Traction Lok axles 3 Ensure the...

Page 209: ...ase D0AZ 19584 AA or F5AZ 19G209 AA ESB M1C93 B or ESR M1C159 A Engine coolant Motorcraft Premium Engine Coolant green colored VC 4 A US or CXC 10 Canada ESE M97B44 A Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant yellow colored VC 7 A WSS M97B51 A1 Engine oil Motorcraft SAE 5W 20 Super Premium Motor Oil XO 5W20 QSP WSS M2C153 H with API Certification Mark Lock cylinders Penetrating and Lock Lubricant Mot...

Page 210: ...omplete refill of Traction Lok axles Ford design rear axles contain a synthetic lubricant that does not require changing unless the axle has been submerged in water 2 Ensure the correct automatic transmission fluid is used Transmission fluid requirements are indicated on the dipstick or on the dipstick handle MERCONt and MERCONt V are not interchangeable DO NOT mix MERCONt and MERCONt V Refer to y...

Page 211: ...all width 1 856 7 73 1 1 856 7 73 1 3 Overall height 1 348 7 53 1 1 351 3 53 2 4 Wheelbase 2 573 0 101 3 2 573 0 101 3 5 Track Front 1 534 2 60 4 1 1 534 2 60 4 1 5 Track Rear 1 539 2 60 6 2 1 539 2 60 6 2 1 1 521 5 mm 59 9 in for Mustang GT 2 1 526 5 mm 60 1 in for Mustang GT 2 5 3 4 1 Capacities and specifications 210 ...

Page 212: ...c XXXX is representative of your vehicle identification number Engine number The engine number the last eight numbers of the vehicle identification number is stamped on the engine block and transmission MFD BY FORD MOTOR CO IN U S A EXT PNT XXXXXX XXXXXX RC XX DSO XXXX BAR INT TR TP PS R AXLE TR SPR X XX XXX X XX X XXXX XXXXX XXXXX UPC F85B 1520472 AB DATE XXXXX GVWR XXXXXXXXXXXX VIN XXXXXXXXXXXXX...

Page 213: ...nd Ford of Canada dealer There are several plans available in various time distance and deductible combinations which can be tailored to fit your own driving needs Ford ESP also offers reimbursement benefits for towing and rental coverage When you buy Ford ESP you receive Peace of Mind protection throughout the United States and Canada provided by a network of more than 5 000 participating Ford or...

Page 214: ...pair needed the vehicle may need to be taken to another dealer If a particular dealership can not assist you then contact the Customer Relationship Center If you have questions or concerns or are unsatisfied with the service you are receiving follow these steps 1 Contact your Sales Representative or Service Advisor at your selling servicing dealership 2 If your inquiry or concern remains unresolve...

Page 215: ...the hearing impaired 1 800 232 5952 In Canada Customer Relationship Centre Ford Motor Company of Canada Limited P O Box 2000 Oakville Ontario L6J 5E4 1 800 565 3673 FORD If you own a Lincoln vehicle and are away from home when your vehicle needs service or if you need more help than the dealership could provide after following the steps described above contact the Ford Customer Relationship Center...

Page 216: ...ontact the Dispute Settlement Board U S or the Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan CAMVAP available in all of Canada except Quebec In some states in the U S you must directly notify Ford in writing before pursuing remedies under your state s warranty laws Ford is also allowed a final repair attempt in some states In the United States a warranty dispute must be submitted to the Dispute Settleme...

Page 217: ...ury cars and Ford and Lincoln Mercury light trucks which are within the terms of any applicable written new vehicle warranty are eligible for review except those involving a non Ford product a non Ford dealership sales disputes between customer and dealer except those associated with warranty repairs or concerns with the vehicle s performance as designed a request for reimbursement of consequentia...

Page 218: ...nd trained by an independent consulting firm The dealership Board member is chosen from Ford and Lincoln Mercury dealership management recognized for their business leadership qualities What the Board needs To have your case reviewed you must complete the application in the DSB brochure and mail it to the address provided on the application form Some states will require you to use certified mail w...

Page 219: ...d at the dealership s a description of the action you expect to resolve your concern You will receive a letter of explanation if your application does not qualify for Board review Oral presentations If you would like to make an oral presentation indicate YES to question 6 on the application While it is your right to make an oral presentation before the Board this is not a requirement and the Board...

Page 220: ...call to the Board at the following address phone number Dispute Settlement Board P O Box 5120 Southfield MI 48086 5120 1 800 428 3718 You may also contact the North American Customer Relationship Center at 1 800 392 3673 Ford TDD for the hearing impaired 1 800 232 5952 or by writing to the Center at the following address Ford Motor Company Customer Relationship Center 16800 Executive Plaza Drive P...

Page 221: ...n without charge or obligation call your CAMVAP Provincial Administrator directly at 1 800 207 0685 GETTING ASSISTANCE OUTSIDE THE U S AND CANADA Before exporting your vehicle to a foreign country contact the appropriate foreign embassy or consulate These officials can inform you of local vehicle registration regulations and where to find unleaded fuel If you cannot find unleaded fuel or can only ...

Page 222: ... outside of the U S or Canada register your vehicle identification number VIN and new address with Ford Motor Company Worldwide Direct Market Operations FORD CAR CARE PRODUCTS FOR YOUR VEHICLE Ford has many quality products available from your dealer to clean your vehicle and protect its finishes These quality products have been specifically engineered to fulfill your automotive needs they are cus...

Page 223: ...r vehicle through your local authorized Ford Lincoln Mercury or Ford of Canada dealer These quality accessories have been specifically engineered to fulfill your automotive needs they are custom designed to complement the style and aerodynamic appearance of your vehicle In addition each accessory is made from high quality materials and meets or exceeds Ford s rigid engineering and safety specifica...

Page 224: ...pass and temperature display Engine block heaters Travel equipment Auto headlamps with daytime running lights DRL Cassette holder Daytime running lights DRL Fog lights Heavy duty battery Removable luggage rack Removable luggage rack adapters Soft luggage cover Speed control Protection and appearance equipment Air bag anti theft locks Cargo liners interior Carpet floor mats Cleaners waxes and polis...

Page 225: ...use of mobile communications systems such as two way radios telephones and theft alarms that are equipped with radio transmitters Any such equipment installed in your vehicle should comply with FCC or CRTC regulations and should be installed only by a qualified service technician Mobile communications systems may harm the operation of your vehicle particularly if they are not properly designed for...

Page 226: ...r by writing to Ford Motor Company of Canada Limited Service Publications P O Box 1580 Station B Mississauga Ontario L4Y 4G3 IN CALIFORNIA U S ONLY California Civil Code Section 1793 2 d requires that if a manufacturer or its representative is unable to repair a motor vehicle to conform to the vehicle s applicable express warranty after a reasonable number of attempts the manufacturer shall be req...

Page 227: ...cause death or serious bodily injury OR 2 Four or more repair attempts are made on the same nonconformity a defect or condition that substantially impairs the use value or safety of the vehicle OR 3 The vehicle is out of service for repair of nonconformities for a total of more than 30 calendar days not necessarily all at one time In the case of 1 or 2 above the consumer must also notify the manuf...

Page 228: ...f it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles it may order a recall and remedy campaign However NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you your dealer or Ford Motor Company To contact NHTSA you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll free at 1 800 424 9393 202 366 0123 in the Washington D C area or write to NHTSA U S Department of Transportation 400 Sevent...

Page 229: ...ng 167 fluid checking 167 fluid refill capacities 206 fluid specification 209 Auxiliary power point 60 Axle lubricant specifications 208 209 refill capacities 206 traction lok 122 B Battery 171 acid treating emergencies 171 charging system warning light 9 jumping a disabled battery 141 maintenance free 171 replacement specifications 206 servicing 171 voltage gauge 17 Belt minder 83 Brakes 108 110 ...

Page 230: ... 202 Climate control see Air conditioning or Heating 20 Clock 33 47 Clutch adjusting 156 operation while driving 119 recommended shift speeds 120 Console 59 Controls power seat 74 Convertible 61 cleaning 202 installation of the boot 62 lowering the convertible top 61 raising the convertible top 63 Coolant checking and adding 157 refill capacities 165 206 specifications 208 209 Cruise control see S...

Page 231: ...oolant 157 idle speed control 171 lubrication specifications 208 209 refill capacities 206 service points 150 151 starting after a collision 130 Engine block heater 106 Engine oil 151 checking and adding 151 dipstick 151 filter specifications 154 206 recommendations 154 refill capacities 206 specifications 208 209 Exhaust fumes 107 F Floor mats 60 Fluid capacities 206 Foglamps 19 Fuel 180 calculat...

Page 232: ... tachometer 16 trip odometer 17 GAWR Gross Axle Weight Rating 122 definition 122 driving with a heavy load 122 location 122 GVWR Gross Vehicle Weight Rating 122 calculating 122 definition 122 driving with a heavy load 122 location 122 H Hazard flashers 130 Head restraints 73 Headlamps 18 aiming 198 bulb specifications 197 daytime running lights 18 flash to pass 51 high beam 8 18 replacing bulbs 19...

Page 233: ...9 headlamps 18 193 headlamps flash to pass 51 instrument panel dimming 19 interior lamps 56 197 replacing bulbs 192 196 Lane change indicator see Turn signal 51 Lights warning and indicator 8 air bag 9 anti lock brakes ABS 12 109 anti theft 9 brake 13 charging system 9 fuel cap light 11 high beam 8 low fuel 11 overdrive off 12 safety belt 9 service engine soon 9 traction control active 12 turn sig...

Page 234: ...oor locks 57 Power steering 113 fluid checking and adding 166 fluid refill capacity 206 fluid specifications 208 209 R Radio 24 Relays 131 Remote entry system 64 65 illuminated entry 66 locking unlocking doors 64 65 opening the trunk 65 panic alarm 65 replacement additional transmitters 66 replacing the batteries 67 S Safety belts see Safety restraints 13 76 78 81 Safety defects reporting 227 Safe...

Page 235: ...achometer 16 Tires 137 175 177 changing 137 138 checking the pressure 177 replacing 178 rotating 177 snow tires and chains 179 tire grades 176 treadwear 175 Towing 124 recreational towing 127 trailer towing 124 wrecker 146 Traction control 50 111 active light 12 Traction lok rear axle 122 Transmission automation operation 113 fluid checking and adding automatic 167 fluid checking and adding manual...

Page 236: ...g chimes 13 Warning lights see Lights 8 Washer fluid 157 Water Driving through 128 Windows power 56 Windshield washer fluid and wipers checking and adding fluid 157 checking and cleaning 174 operation 51 replacing wiper blades 174 Wrecker towing 146 Index 235 ...

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Page 240: ...craft MERCONt ATF 3 Manual transmission fluid capacity 4 6L SOHC V8 engine 2 3 8L 8 0 pints Use Mobil 1 Synthetict ATF 3 Automatic transmission fluid capacity 3 8L OHV V6 engine 2 13 1L 13 9 quarts Use Motorcraft MERCONtV ATF 4 Automatic transmission fluid capacity 4 6L SOHC V8 engine 2 12 0L 12 8 quarts Use Motorcraft MERCONtV ATF 4 Windshield washer fluid 3 8L 4 0 quarts Use Ultra Clear Windshie...

Page 241: ...mined by filling the transmission to the bottom of the filler hole with the vehicle on a level surface 4 Indicates only approximate dry fill capacity Some applications may vary based on cooler size and if equipped with in tank cooler The amount of transmission fluid and fluid level should be set by the indication on the dipstick s normal operating range Filling station information 240 ...

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